Best Practices for Summer Haying
By Jessica Graham For a lot of us, hay is a cornerstone in our dairy operation. As a primary feed source, high-quality hay plays a crucial role in supporting the productivity of our dairy cattle. Quality hay supports optimal milk production and overall farm profitability. For many dairy farms, producing hay not only saves money […]
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Delmhorst Hay Moisture Testers: HOW ACCURATE?
Written by Tom Laurenzi • Delmhorst Instrument Co • www.delmhorst.com • tlaurenzi@delmhorst.com With rising operational costs, tighter margins and increasing labor shortages, Delmhorst Moisture Testers have been widely accepted for decades and still, the most often-asked question is – how accurate are moisture testers? Since probe-type meters measure the moisture at a specific, small point […]
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Establishing Productive Pastures
Pasture is a key resource for most dairy operations across our country. We use it either directly for pasture or for hay and rely on the ground as a key component of our livelihood. For dairy producers, maintaining high-quality forage is essential for ensuring healthy herds, optimizing milk production, and reducing overall feed costs. By […]
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